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VARIAL SYSTEM MENU

18-19 VariAL-H

20.21 VariAL-SF

22-23 VariAL-CF1

24-25 VariAL-CF2

26-27 VariAL-CF3

28-29 VariAL-TF

30-31 VariAL-MF

LINEAL SYSTEM MENU

32-33 LineAL-X

34-35 LineAL-F

4-5 INTRODUCTION

6-7 WHAT IS VARIAL?

8-9 WHAT IS LINEAL?

10-11 FINISHES

12-13 TECHNICAL SUPPORT

14-15 QUALITY & ACCREDITATIONS

16-17 FIRE CLASSIFICATION

CONTENTS

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The Ash & Lacy range of rainscreen cladding systems

outperform other types of wall construction at an

economic whole life cost. With low maintenance

requirements and sustainable material options, these

systems are backed by our renowned technical and

fabrication expertise.

Our VariAL and LineAL façade system ranges are

engineered and designed to offer specifiers and

contractors the ideal balance between precision and

flexibility, incorporating a wide array of metal base

materials and aesthetic finishes.

INTRODUCTION

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The VariAL range of rainscreen systems offers ultimate

flexibility; panels can be fabricated from a wide spectrum of

different materials, including: A1 & A2 ACM, solid aluminium,

Cor-Ten steel, perforated & expanded metals, copper & zinc,

fixed to our AxiAL range of adjustable aluminium and

stainless-steel carrier systems. Specifiers can choose from

a wide selection of vertical and horizontal joint configurations,

with options for through fix, concealed and secret fixings to

suit both budget and aesthetic requirements.

WHAT IS VARIAL?

VariAL-HA fully secret fix baffle jointed cassette rainscreen, with fully adjustable vertical aluminium mullion support system. Best suited to vertical applications.

SEE PAGE 18-19

VariAL-CF3A concealed fix baffle jointed cassette rainscreen system, with a range of fully adjustable aluminium support systems. Only available in solid aluminium.

SEE PAGE 26-27

VariAL-TFA versatile flat plate rainscreen system that can be rivet fixed or structurally bonded to a vertical adjustable support system.

SEE PAGE 28-29

VariAL-MFA cost-effective system for the application of expanded metal mesh sheets, with a range of fully adjustable support systems.

SEE PAGE 30-31

VariAL-SFA secret fix baffle jointed cassette rainscreen system, with a range of fully adjustable aluminium support systems. Best suited to horizontal applications.

SEE PAGE 20-21

VariAL-CF1A concealed fix baffle jointed cassette rainscreen system, with a range of fully adjustable aluminium support systems. Best suited to horizontal applications.

SEE PAGE 22-23

VariAL-CF2A concealed fix baffle jointed cassette rainscreen system, with a range of fully adjustable aluminium support systems. Suited to vertical, horizontal & soffit applications.

SEE PAGE 24-25

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The LineAL range of aluminium plank façade systems

offers specifiers a choice between the sharp precision of

extruded aluminium, and the versatility of expertly

fabricated folded aluminium. Both systems employ a

robust mechanical secret-fix, suitable for vertical or

horizontal linear applications, fixed to our AxiAL range of

adjustable aluminium or stainless-steel carrier systems.

LineAL planks are available in solid and perforated

aluminium with a choice of thicknesses to suit budget

requirements, with varying module heights and standard

panel lengths up to 6m.

WHAT IS LINEAL?

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LineAL-XA ventilated secret-fix system, featuring extruded aluminium planks, suitable for horizontal & vertical panel arrangements.

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LineAL-FA ventilated, secret-fix system, featuring folded aluminium plank suitable for horizontal & vertical panel arrangements.

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Ash & Lacy façade systems are available in an extensive

palette of decorative finishes, with the introduction of an

in-house powder coating facility, we have the ability, tools

and knowledge to create bespoke high-quality finishes

deserving of high-profile projects.

STANDARD OPTIONS INCLUDE:

Our equipment, processes and quality standards have

been recognised and approved by all major powder

manufacturers and most recently by QUALICOAT, the

world’s leading quality label for the coating of aluminium. FINISHES

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• PVDF

• Anodised

• NCS/RAL PPC

• Anodised effect PPC

• Patina effect PPC

• Stone effect PPC

• Textured PPC

• Timber Effect PPC

Ash & Lacy Palette - A selection of specialist powder coatings

Ask your Ash & Lacy representative for details of our full range of specialist finishes.

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Our technical team are on hand to offer a complete

through-wall design and support package which includes

our light-weight steel framing, rainscreen cladding and

interfacing with window design; in fact, everything

involved with the secondary elements of a building façade.

System CAD details are available to suit specific

requirements. Details include options for support

systems, as well as alternative arrangements for

cappings, windows and other openings, corners and cill

or base conditions.

Our services include:

STEEL FRAMING SYSTEM DESIGN AND ENGINEERING

Infill, oversail and load-bearing cold formed steel design.

ABUTMENT DESIGN

Details, interfaces, co-ordination and fabrication

technical services.

PROJECT SPECIFIC CALCULATIONS

Engineering calculations services including: thermal, static

and structural performance.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

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QUALITY Ash & Lacy products are manufactured to the highest

quality standards including BS EN ISO 9001:2015v. All

products are designed to fulfil specific applications and

have been engineered to precise standards and

tolerances. Ash & Lacy have adopted a strict

Environmental Policy for all products.

FIRE CLASSIFICATIONS Our rainscreen facade systems and rainscreen support

systems have been tested and classified by

Warringtonfire to EN 13501-1 standard.

CWCT Ash & Lacy are members of the renowned CWCT (Centre

for Window and Cladding Technology), and the design of

all our Facade products adhere to CWCT design principles

and have been tested to CWCT standards.

BBA A selection of VariAL systems carry BBA accreditation

and certification.. All AxiAL aluminium and stainless steel

support systems carry independant BBA certification

For full details and to access BBA certificates, visit www.

ashandlacy.com/testing-certifications/

QUALITY & ACCREDITATIONS

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ISO 9001Quality

ISO 14001Environmental

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Ash & Lacy’s rainscreen façade systems and rainscreen

support systems have been classified to standard EN

13501-1 by the independent organisation Warringtonfire.

When provided with an anodised finish or no finish, Ash &

Lacy’s rainscreen façade systems achieve Euroclass A1 to

EN 13501-1. When provided with a PPC finish or with 4mm

Alucobond A2 ACM, they achieve Euroclass A2-s1, d0

to EN 13501-1.

This means all Ash & Lacy rainscreen façade systems

and rainscreen support systems are fully compliant

with the latest UK Building Regulations for components

which form part of an external wall on a residential

building 18m in height.

For full details and to access our classification reports,

visit www.ashandlacy.com/testing-certifications/

FIRE CLASSIFICATION

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Ash & Lacy Fire Reaction Classification Test Results to BS EN 13501-1 May 2019. Classified by

Rainscreen ProductName ProductMaterial Supporting Classification Cladding System System

Metal Façades VariAL, VariAL-SF 2-3mm Aluminium AxiAL AX Series A2-sl, d0 to with PPC Coating VariAL-CF1, CF2, CF3 6063T6 Aluminium BS EN 13501-1 VariAL-TF, VariAL-X AxiAL AXR Series LineAL-F 316 Stainless Steel

Metal Façades VariAL, VariAL-SF 2-3mm Aluminium, AxiAL AX Series A1 to BS EN 13501-1 with anodised VariAL-CF1, CF2, CF3 1.5mm Stainless Steel 6063T6 Aluminium coating or no VariAL-TF, VariAL-X Cor-Ten Steel, AxiAL AXR Series coating LineAL-F Copper or Zinc 316 Stainless Steel

Metal Façades VariAL-H 4mm Alucobond A2 ACM AxiAL AX Series A2-sl, d0 to 4mm Alucobond VariAL-SF 6063T6 Aluminium BS EN 13501-1 A2 ACM VariAL-CF1, CF2, CF3 AxiAL AXR Series VariAL-TF 316 Stainless Steel

Rainscreen ProductName ProductMaterial Classification Support System

AxiAL AX Aluminium AxiAL AX1, AxiAL AX2 6063T6 Aluminium A1 to BS EN 13501-1 Rainscreen Support AxiAL AX3, AxiAL AX4 Systems AxiAL AXH

AxiAL AXR AxiAL AX1, AxiAL AX2 316 Stainless Steel A1 to BS EN 13501-1 Stainless Steel AxiAL AX3, AxiAL AX4 Rainscreen Support Systems

PLEASE NOTE: • Mineral wool insulation (<340mm thickness) with classification A1 to BS EN 13501-1 was

applied on all above systems.• The cavity applied on all the above systems was 25-100mm.

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DESCRIPTION

VariAL ‘Hook On’ is a fully secret-fixed system, delivering

aesthetically flat, precise panels with no visible fixings.

The system accommodates a multitude of panel shapes

and configurations, offering ultimate flexibility in aesthetic

design techniques.

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Key Features

Optimal Applications

• Vertical orientated wall panels

• Secret-fix applications

• Easy access and maintenance requirements, individually demountable panels

• 3D / Geometric panels & bespoke panel designs

• Framed perforated metal or expanded mesh panels

• Projects requiring floor to floor spanning capability

• Refurbishment projects where overcladding of an existing structure is required

Material Palette

• 4mm A1/A2 ACM

• 3mm Solid Aluminium

• 3mm Perforated Aluminium

• 3mm Cor-Ten Steel


• Expanded Mesh

Fire Ratings

Technical Data

Panel Sizes Max

4mm A1/A2 ACM 5840H x 1350W

3mm Aluminium 5840H x 1850W

3mm Cor-Ten Steel 3840H x 1850W


Adjustable Support SystemsMullion range = 50mm – 150mm

AxiAL bracket range = 75mm – 280mm (Larger zones can be engineered)

Panel Joint Options

Standard Max Min

Vertical 20mm 20mm 12mm

Horizontal 20mm 100mm 12mm

System Type Rating Achieved Testing Standard

VariAL-H with no coating Euroclass A1 EN 13501-1 or anodised coating

VariAL-H with PPC coating Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1

VariAL-H with 4mm Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1 Alucobond A2 ACM

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VARIAL SECRET FIX

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Key Features


• Horizontal orientated and square wall cassette panels

• Cost-effective secret fix

• Flexibility in joint dimensions and panel depths

• Smooth continuous joints

Material Palette

• 4mm A1/A2 ACM



Fire Ratings

Technical Data

Panel Sizes Max

4mm A1/A2 ACM 1410H x 5910W



AxiAL bracket range = 45mm – 360mm

Panel Joint Options

Standard Max Min



DESCRIPTION

VariAL Secret Fix delivers the aesthetic appeal of

a secret-fixed rainscreen cassette system, whilst

offering a cost-effective solution for projects where

budget restraints are more demanding. Comprising

a fully adjustable support system, relying on a hidden

mechanical fixing in the horizontal joint, VariAL-SF

accommodates a wide range of materials, with an

extensive palette of finishes, and supports large format

panel arrangements.

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VariAL-SF with no coating Euroclass A1 EN 13501-1 or anodised coating

VariAL-SF with PPC coating Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1

VariAL-SF with 4mm Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1 Alucobond A2 ACM

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VARIAL CONCEALED FIX 1

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Key Features


• Horizontal orientated and square wall cassette panels

• Cost-effective concealed fix

• Curved and radial panel designs


Material Palette

• 4mm A1/A2 ACM



Fire Ratings

Technical Data

Panel Sizes Max

4mm A1/A2 ACM 1410H x 5910W



AxiAL bracket range = 45 - 360mm

Panel Joint Options

Standard Max Min



NOTE: Min joint 20mm for individually demountable panel requirements.

DESCRIPTION

VariAL-CF1 offers a cost-effective rainscreen cassette

solution where secret-fixed panels are not a project

design requirement. Comprising a fully adjustable support

system, relying on a colour coated discrete mechanical

fixing in the horizontal shadow joint, VariAL-CF1

accommodates a wide range of materials, with an

extensive palette of finishes, and supports large format

panel arrangements.


VariAL-CF1 with no coating Euroclass A1 EN 13501-1 or anodised coating

VariAL-CF1 with PPC coating Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1

VariAL-CF1 with 4mm Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1 Alucobond A2 ACM

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Key Features


• Large format wall cassette panels


• Soffit & fascia applications

• Goalpost and verge details

• Flexibility in joint profiles and panel depths

Material Palette

• 4mm A1/A2 ACM



Fire Ratings

Technical Data

Panel Sizes Max

ACM 5910H x 1410W



AxiAL bracket range = 45 – 360mm

Panel Joint Options

Standard Max Min


Horizontal 20mm 20mm 20mmNOTE: Min joint 20mm for individually demountable panel requirements.

DESCRIPTION





fixing both in the vertical and horizontal shadow joint.

VariAL-CF2 accommodates a wide range of materials,

with an extensive palette of finishes, and supports large

format panel arrangements.


VariAL-CF2 with Euroclass A1 EN 13501-1 no coating or anodised coating

VariAL-CF2 Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1 with PPC coating

VariAL-CF2 with Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1 4mm Alucobond A2 ACM

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Key Features


• Horizontal or vertical orientated and square wall cassette panels

• Softened panel bend radius



Material Palette • 3mm Solid Aluminium


Fire Ratings

Technical Data

Panel Sizes Max

3mm Aluminium Portrait 5840H x 1340W

3mm Aluminium Landscape 1340W x 5840HNOTE: Larger panels may require intermediate stiffeners to be fitted.

Panel Depth

48mm (standard)



Panel Joint Options

Standard Max Min


Horizontal 25mm 25mm 20mm DESCRIPTION





fixing in the horizontal shadow joint, VariAL-CF3 is

designed specifically for solid aluminium facades, which

can be finished using a range of coating technologies to

stunning effect.


VariAL-CF3 with Euroclass A1 EN 13501-1 no coating or anodised coating

VariAL-CF3 Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1 with PPC coating

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VARIAL THROUGH FIX

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Key Features


• Cost-effective flat panel cladding

• Minimal joint widths

• Fully mechanically fixed panels

• Versatile panel arrangement

• Soffit applications

Material Palette

• 4mm A1/A2 ACM







Fire Ratings

Technical Data

Panel Sizes Max

4mm A1/A2 ACM 5970H x 1470W







Panel Joint Options

Standard Max Min



NOTE: Minimum joint sizes should take account of panel sizes and material expansion.

DESCRIPTION

VariAL-TF offers a functional and robust solution for

flat panel rainscreen cladding applications, which is

simple and cost effective to design, detail and install.

Fixed by a colour matched rivet through the face of

the panel to allow minimal disruption of aesthetics,

designers can achieve the effect of a smooth façade by

specifying minimal shadow gaps when compared with

cassette systems.


VariAL-TF with no coating Euroclass A1 EN 13501-1 or anodised coating

VariAL-TF with PPC coating Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1

VariAL-TF with 4mm Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1 Alucobond A2 ACM

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VARIAL MESH FIX

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Key Features


• Expanded Mesh panels

• Car park/general screening

• Cost-effective solution

• Projects with specific air flow requirements

• Control of solar gain

Material Palette

• 1.5mm - 5mm Aluminium

• 1.5 mm - 3mm Mild Steel

• 1.5mm - 3mm Stainless Steel

• 1.5mm - 3.0mm Cor-Ten Steel

Technical Data

Panel Sizes Max

All materials 3500H x 1500W

Adjustable Support SystemsMullion range = 62mm & 82mm

AxiAL bracket range = 60mm – 180mm

Panel Joint Options

Standard Max Min


NOTE: Joint width variations are non-standard and can only be provided with a specially produced mesh bracket.

DESCRIPTION

VariAL-MF is available in a range of materials and an

extensive selection of expanded mesh patterns offering

exponential airflow ventilation options. The cost effective

support system comprises a fully adjustable bracket and

mullion system which is extremely robust.

Key Features


• Long, narrow, linear planks

• Interchangeable vertical and horizontal applications

• Repeatable modules

• High impact, low zone wall cladding

• Variety of face profiles & shapes achievable

• Fast installation method

Material Palette

• 2mm – 3mm Aluminium

Technical Data



Panel Joint Options

Standard Max Min

Panel Interlock 10mm 20mm 3mm

Vertical Joint 10mm 25mm 3mm

NOTE: 3mm minimum vertical joint is not achievable with end caps

Fire Ratings

Technical Data

Panel Sizes

Modules (H) Max Length Min Length

65mm (75) 6000mm 300mm

140mm (150) 6000mm 300mm

190mm (200) 6000mm 300mm

240mm (250) 6000mm 300mm

290mm (300) 6000mm 300mm

NOTE: Panels up to 12m length may be considered upon request.


LineAL-X with no coating Euroclass A1 EN 13501-1 or anodised coating

LineAL-X with PPC coating Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1

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LINEAL EXTRUDED PLANK

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DESCRIPTION

LineAL-X offers designers the ultimate in flatness and

precision, delivering a rainscreen plank system with the

impressive accuracy inherent with extruded aluminium,

combined with a unique fast-track installation method.

LineAL-X comprises a flat faced interlocking linear plank,

mechanically fixed to an adjustable support system for

both horizontal and vertical applications. Available in a

spectrum of finishes including Terracotta lookalike PPC,

panels can also be fitted with end caps to provide an

option of a cassette aesthetic.

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LineAL-X with Euroclass A1 EN 13501-1 no coating or anodised coating

LineAL-X Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1 with PPC coating

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LINEAL FOLDED PLANK

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Key Features


• Cost-effective solution for linear designs

• Open ended secret fixed linear planks

• Versatility in module heights and widths

• Interchangeable vertical and horizontally orientated plank modules

• Optional preformed or trimmed corner treatments

Material Palette





Technical Data

Panel Sizes Max Min

3mm Aluminium 400H x 3000W 50H x 300W

2mm Aluminium 200H x 3000W 50H x 300W

Fire Ratings

Adjustable Support Systems

T RailsLength: 3000 – 6000mm

Leg: 40 – 80mm

Face: 80 – 140mm

L RailsLength: 3000 – 6000mm

Leg: 60mm

Face: 40mm

Bracket Range45mm - 360mm

Panel Joint Options

Standard Max Min

Panel Interlock 20mm 100mm 10mm

Vertical Joint 10mm 20mm 10mm

DESCRIPTION

LineAL-F is a versatile cost effective lightweight aluminium

plank rainscreen system, offering the appeal of secret-fix

aesthetics, and fixed to a fully adjustable helping hand

secondary support system allowing vertical or horizontal

applications. Folded planks can be manufactured to

specific module heights, and offered in an array of powder

coated or anodised finishes, with options for solid and

perforated aluminium.

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Rainscreen Cladding Rating Achieved Testing Standard

LineAL-F with no coating Euroclass A1 EN 13501-1 or anodised coating

LineAL-F with PPC coating Euroclass A2-s1, d0 EN 13501-1

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